This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on Future Homemakers of America-Home Economics Related Occupations (FHA-HERO) contains objectives and suggested activities for utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs. Presented are seven units of instruction: describing the FHA-HERO organization; developing a personal philosophy; organizing and managing a chapter; implementing an annual program of activities; coordinating leadership experiences; implementing legislation through FHA-HERO; and promoting effective public relations. Included are suggested activities for the following areas: housing, foods and nutrition, textiles and clothing, human development, and management. (Other modules in these areas are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 901-967.) (CT)